Specifications
Confirm model, interface type, rate, power, airflow and software version before ordering.
Selection answer
MFS1S00-H015V is a 15 m QSFP56 active optical cable listed for 200Gb/s InfiniBand HDR and 200GbE systems. It can enter a host-to-switch or switch-to-switch shortlist only after the complete endpoint pair, port mode, firmware and route are known. The retained record describes the cable family, but it is not a universal compatibility statement.
Retained specification baseline
| Decision area | Retained evidence | Project verification |
|---|---|---|
| Ordering code | MFS1S00-H015V, 15 m | Quote, package and cable label use the complete OPN |
| Network modes | 200Gb/s InfiniBand HDR and 200GbE are stated | Both endpoints use the required mode and supported software |
| Connector and signaling | QSFP56, four 50Gb/s PAM4 channels | Port, FEC, firmware and peer-device support are confirmed |
| Optical construction | VCSEL-based AOC with multimode optical channels | Fixed assembly can be routed and replaced without field termination |
| Power reference | 5.0 W typical per end with retiming is listed | Use the current model document for thermal and power design |
Suitable and unsuitable use
- Suitable for evaluation: a measured 15 m path with defined HDR or 200GbE endpoints, enough connector clearance and an approved software matrix.
- Requires a sample test: mixed device generations, uncertain FEC, retiming behavior, or a route close to the available length.
- Not ready to order: the project has not identified both endpoint OPNs, the port mode, the full pathway or how the integrated cable will be replaced.
15 m AOC compared with other media
A fixed AOC integrates optical conversion and fiber, reducing separate components while making the whole length a single replaceable unit. A supported DAC may suit a shorter copper route. Separate transceivers and fiber may suit structured cabling or replaceable segments. Compare endpoint support, thermal budget, pathway and operations rather than assuming one medium is always faster or more reliable.
Host-link procurement checks
- Record both endpoint models, ports, firmware and the required HDR or 200GbE mode.
- Confirm QSFP56 port support, FEC, lane configuration and monitoring visibility.
- Measure the route through cable managers and include controlled service slack.
- Review the retained 5.0 W-per-end reference against the current data sheet and chassis thermal plan.
- Place `MFS1S00-H015V`, 15 m and endpoint labels on the bill of materials.
Acceptance test path
- Inspect the cable and connectors before installation and after final dressing.
- Verify port recognition, negotiated mode, link rate, FEC and error counters.
- Run representative traffic and record stability, errors and temperature under declared conditions.
- Test reboot, link recovery, monitoring and a practical cable replacement or rollback procedure.
FAQ
Can the same cable be assumed to work in both HDR and 200GbE modes?
No. The retained record lists both modes, but the actual endpoint pair, firmware, port configuration and support matrix determine use.
Is 15 m enough when the cabinets are 12 m apart?
Not necessarily. Measure the installed route, vertical sections, cabinet entry and service slack rather than straight-line distance.
Can the 5.0 W figure be used as a final thermal value?
No. It is a retained typical reference with retiming; confirm the current OPN document and target operating conditions.
Evidence boundary: This page retains stated interface, length and power references only. It does not confirm price, stock, delivery, authorization, certification, warranty, current lifecycle, universal compatibility or performance gains.
Browse the 200G QSFP56 interconnect catalog, follow the AOC compatibility test path, or use the buyer guide to document endpoints and route constraints.
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